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Australia’s cattle herd isn’t in liquidation

  • Australia’s cattle herd from my perspective isn’t in liquidation, rather it's making way for younger, more productive females to join the herd, encouraged by strong cow prices.

  • Looking forwards, continued growth in the herd, driven by the northern production systems could be expected if the 2024-25 wet season delivers.

  • An inverted market on the StoneX Cattle swaps from the market indicates supply is expected to pressure prices in Q1 2025.

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Restockers' rapid reaction to rain

The widespread rainfall has dictated farmer chat in the past week, and it continues to be the hot topic as more falls arrive acros...
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What’s next for the US cattle herd and what does that mean for Australian beef?

The US cattle herd is at its lowest level in decades. US carcase weights have lifted above previous records. Potential declines in...
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Sheep & Lamb

Sheep producer sentiment rebounds with improved seasonal outlook and commodity prices

Survey results indicate that sentiment among Australian sheepmeat producers has increased 84 points over the past twelve months Pr...
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Restockers' rapid reaction to rain
Jamie-Lee Oldfield says rainfall has boosted livestock markets as restockers see prices rise. Improved conditions offer short-term gains for producers despite strong supply. Read more on market trends and opportunities.
What’s next for the US cattle herd and what does that mean for Australian beef?
The US holds a unique position in global beef markets as the world’s largest producer, consumer, second largest importer and fourth largest exporter of beef in the world.
Sheep producer sentiment rebounds with improved seasonal outlook and commodity prices
Australian sheep producers’ confidence has jumped substantially this quarter, riding on the back of improved prices.
AgWatchers+: Grain exceeding expectations and Queensland heavy steers enjoy price lift
In the latest AgWatchers+ podcast, industry experts Matt Dalgleish and Andrew Whitelaw discuss what's been happening in cattle, grains and sheep over the past fortnight. 
Why mutton is being favoured over lamb
Matt Dalgleish reviews how Australian mutton exports are thriving as processors favour mutton over lamb, driven by better margins and long-term deflated price trends.
The stage is set for feeder cattle
Tom Rookyard reviews Australia's feedlot industry growth, export markets, and future trends, highlighting 2024 records and expectations for 2025.
Brazilian price spike increases Australian competitiveness
Brazil's rising beef prices boost Australia's competitiveness in global markets as Brazilian supply tightens, presenting opportunities for Australian beef exports in 2025.
Mutton, mutton and more mutton
Mutton slaughter and exports surge in 2024, driven by high supply and strong international demand, with US consumers trading down to more affordable Australian meat.
Trump's tariffs and the Australian sheepmeat trade
Trump's second term and proposed tariffs could impact Australia's sheepmeat trade significantly, particularly with the US and China, while the Middle East shows potential growth.

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